This Luscious Plant-Based Chocolate Pudding is “creamy” decadent, and delicious. Don’t miss it!
This divine Luscious Plant-Based Chocolate Pudding is deliciously rich, smooth, and flavorful. Yes, it is entirely possible to whip up a fabulous-tasting vegan chocolate pudding from scratch with very little effort that tastes amazing! Being so ridiculously easy to make, you can dress it up for a fancy Holiday dessert or have it as a treat for an everyday kitchen supper!
What’s in Luscious Plant-Based Chocolate Pudding?
- your favorite plant milk
- dark cocoa powder
- date syrup
- vanilla extract
- dark chocolate
- A tablespoon or so of cornstarch
- coffee (optional)
- Grand-Marnier, rum, or brandy (optional)
How do you make Luscious Plant-Based Chocolate Pudding?
- Heat the plant milk and chocolate in a pan along with the date syrup and alcohol if using. Bring to a simmer.
- Mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon or two of the chocolatey milk until you have a paste.
- Pour it back into the pan, simmer and stir until thickened
- If the pudding has lumps – pass it through a strainer to achieve a silky smooth texture!
- Add the dark chocolate and vanilla, stir until the chocolate has melted, pour into a dish or pretty individual pots
- Chill in the fridge and then devour
Is chocolate really good for you?
Yes!!! Here are the reasons why:
- Rich in Antioxidants: Dark chocolate is loaded with antioxidants, including flavonoids and polyphenols, which can help reduce inflammation and protect cells from damage caused by free radicals.
- Heart Health: Consuming moderate amounts of dark chocolate has been associated with several heart health benefits. Flavonoids in dark chocolate may help improve blood flow, lower blood pressure, and reduce the risk of heart disease.
- Improved Cholesterol Levels: Some studies suggest that dark chocolate consumption may increase HDL (“good”) cholesterol levels and decrease LDL (“bad”) cholesterol levels, which can help improve overall cholesterol profile.
- Better Brain Function: The flavonoids in dark chocolate may also improve cognitive function and help protect against age-related cognitive decline. Dark chocolate has been linked to better memory, focus, and overall brain health.
- Mood Enhancement: Dark chocolate contains compounds like phenylethylamine and serotonin, which can promote feelings of happiness and well-being. Additionally, consuming dark chocolate may stimulate the release of endorphins, which can help reduce stress and improve mood.
- Improved Blood Sugar Control: While dark chocolate contains sugar, it has a lower glycemic index compared to milk chocolate and other sugary treats. Consuming dark chocolate in moderation may have less impact on blood sugar levels, making it a better option for those with diabetes or those looking to manage blood sugar levels.
- Skin Health: Some research suggests that the flavonoids in dark chocolate may help protect the skin from UV damage, improve skin hydration, and increase blood flow to the skin, resulting in a healthier complexion.
- Rich in Nutrients: Dark chocolate is a good source of several essential nutrients, including iron, magnesium, copper, and manganese. These minerals play important roles in various bodily functions, such as energy production, bone health, and immune function.
Happily, the consensus seems to be a small amount of good-quality dark chocolate is beneficial.
What about the flavorings?
There are all sorts of lovely options. To make it a little more of a special occasion dessert you could add a tablespoon of the following in step 1 when you heat the milk and cocoa:
- Grand-Marnier
- Brandy
- Rum
For non-alcoholic flavorings try:
- a pinch of ground cinnamon
- orange zest
- instant coffee granules
- a pinch of ground cardamon
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Happy Cooking and Happy Holidays!
Looking for other luscious desserts? Try these!
Plant-Based Chocolate Pudding
A deeply chocolatey delicious, healthy alternative to the classic.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: dessert,
- Method: stove top
- Cuisine: Whole Food Plant Based
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups non-dairy milk
1/3 cup dark cocoa powder
1/3 cup date syrup
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup good quality dark chocolate (chopped)
1 1/2 teaspoons brewed coffee or instant coffee granules
1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- In a saucepan combine the non-dairy milk, dark chocolate powder, and date syrup.
- Heat, whisk until simmering.
- Place the cornstarch in a small bowl, add 2 – 3 tablespoons of the chocolatey milk mixture, stir well until there are no lumps. Pour into the pan.
- Stir well and bring back to a simmer. Cook for a minute or two and allow the mixture to thicken. Remove from the heat.
- Pour in the dark chocolate and stir until melted.
- Add the coffee and vanilla and stir to combine.
- If your pudding is lumpy strain it through a strainer.
- Pour into one large or small individual bowls and place in the fridge to chill.
- The pudding will firm up as it chills.
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